Minimum wage hike takes effect
Jim TurnerMinimum wage workers in Florida will get a voter-approved pay boost this week. After just over 60 percent of voters…
Read MoreFWC may OK limited harvest of small goliaths
Washington County NewsFor the first time in more than 30 years, Florida fishing regulators are on the verge of allowing for a…
Read MoreHoliday man faces possession charges after traffic stop
Staff ReportWASHINGTON COUNTY – On the afternoon of September 26, a Washington County SheriffÂ’s Office deputy made a traffic stop at…
Read MoreCHS, WCSO launch new criminal justice program
CAROL KENT SMITHCHIPLEY – Washington County SheriffÂ’s Office and Chipley High School have teamed up to create the school districtÂ’s first criminal…
Read MoreRoad rage lands Caryville man in jail
WASHINGTON COUNTY – A Washington County man is in custody in Okaloosa County on charges of aggravated battery with a…
Read MoreCHS Theatre Department announces cast for ‘The Curious Savage’
The Chipley High School Theatre Department, under the direction of Kevin Russell, is currently in full rehearsals for their fall…
Read MoreJudge blocks key parts of ‘sanctuary cities’ law
Jim SaundersTALLAHASSEE — More than two years after a fierce legislative debate, a federal judge on Tuesday blocked key parts of…
Read MoreState revamps COVID-19 rule for schools
TALLAHASSEE — Pointing to a need to “minimize the amount of time students are removed from in-person learning,” the Florida…
Read MoreCleanin house
National Housekeeping Week was observed September 12 through 18, recognizing the value of those who serve in the professional cleaning…
Read MoreRivalry in the mud
The Vernon Yellow Jackets hosted the Chipley Tigers Friday night in a classic local rivalry that has been ongoing for…
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